With this year's theme "Innovation and sustainable solutions for equal opportunities", the conference highlighted the importance of information and communication technologies (ICT), accessible physical infrastructure and transport, promotion of employment opportunities through political interventions, the role of public and private partnerships. to ensure access to quality, affordable assistive technology.
Assistive technology has taken on a whole new dimension: hearing for the deaf and greater mobility than previously available. By giving people with disabilities (PwD) the confidence to achieve seemingly impossible goals, assistive technology has provided them with devices to excel in the workplace and prove their worth.
Artificial intelligence is also playing a catalytic role in increasing the number of functions available through the rise of assistive devices; capabilities and personalization of experiences.
Anil Rajput, Chairman, National CSR Council of ASSOCHAM, said: “According to the WHO, 16 per cent of the world's population, which exceeds one billion people, has some form of disability, and 80 per cent of them live in developing countries. countries. Since mobility is a critical factor in the lives of disabled people, in this context, I appeal to Indian automobile manufacturers to incorporate the latest technologies in disabled vehicles used in different parts of the world. This could have a transformative impact on the lives of people with disabilities in India.”
“I also urge the media to not only focus on the challenges faced by people with disabilities but also showcase their success stories. This will inspire many more to excel and showcase their unique skills to a wider audience,” he added.
According to estimates, the number of disabled people in India is over 4 crore and some reports put the figure between 6 and 8 crore. Therefore, ensuring an inclusive environment for people with disabilities will require concerted efforts from government, businesses and non-governmental organizations.
Rajesh Agarwal, IAS, Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, said: “One in every four families has a child with disabilities and although society is becoming more inclusive, we need to do much more. to ensure inclusion. Although the government has policies to provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities, I believe that a large number of employment opportunities will have to come from the private sector. We also need more special schools in the country.”
“Education is important because it will help them be independent and guarantee their comprehensive development. The use of devices such as braille displays, speech-to-text software, specialized keyboards and software solutions has also emboldened people with disabilities and turned them into exemplary professionals,” he added.
Assistive technology has taken on a whole new dimension: hearing for the deaf and greater mobility than previously available. By giving people with disabilities (PwD) the confidence to achieve seemingly impossible goals, assistive technology has provided them with devices to excel in the workplace and prove their worth.
Artificial intelligence is also playing a catalytic role in increasing the number of functions available through the rise of assistive devices; capabilities and personalization of experiences.
Anil Rajput, Chairman, National CSR Council of ASSOCHAM, said: “According to the WHO, 16 per cent of the world's population, which exceeds one billion people, has some form of disability, and 80 per cent of them live in developing countries. countries. Since mobility is a critical factor in the lives of disabled people, in this context, I appeal to Indian automobile manufacturers to incorporate the latest technologies in disabled vehicles used in different parts of the world. This could have a transformative impact on the lives of people with disabilities in India.”
“I also urge the media to not only focus on the challenges faced by people with disabilities but also showcase their success stories. This will inspire many more to excel and showcase their unique skills to a wider audience,” he added.
According to estimates, the number of disabled people in India is over 4 crore and some reports put the figure between 6 and 8 crore. Therefore, ensuring an inclusive environment for people with disabilities will require concerted efforts from government, businesses and non-governmental organizations.
Rajesh Agarwal, IAS, Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, said: “One in every four families has a child with disabilities and although society is becoming more inclusive, we need to do much more. to ensure inclusion. Although the government has policies to provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities, I believe that a large number of employment opportunities will have to come from the private sector. We also need more special schools in the country.”
“Education is important because it will help them be independent and guarantee their comprehensive development. The use of devices such as braille displays, speech-to-text software, specialized keyboards and software solutions has also emboldened people with disabilities and turned them into exemplary professionals,” he added.
